CASA C-212 Aviocar

Summary

Category	Transport aircraft
Origin country	🇪🇸 Spain
First flight	26 March 1971
Year of introduction	1974
Number produced	483 units

Description

The CASA C-212, initially developed by the Spanish manufacturer Construcciones Aeronáuticas SA (CASA), is a versatile military aircraft designed primarily for tactical transport and a range of special missions. The aircraft first entered service in the 1970s, and its success in various military operations has led to its deployment across different countries and continents. With a rugged design and short takeoff and landing capabilities, the C-212 has proven adept in transporting troops, cargo, and equipment across challenging terrains and in austere environments. Its multi-role capabilities have also made it useful for tasks such as aerial reconnaissance, medical evacuation, and maritime surveillance.

Technical specifications

Version: C-212-300M
Maximum speed	370 km/h (230 mph)
Wing area	41 m² (441.3 sqft)
Wingspan	20.3 m (66.5 ft)
Height	6.3 m (20.7 ft)
Length	16.2 m (53.1 ft)
Service ceiling	7925 m (26001 ft)
Empty weight	3780 kg (8333 lbs)
Max. takeoff weight	7700 kg (16976 lbs)
Climb rate	8.3 m/s (27.2 ft/s)
Powerplant	2 × turboprops Garrett TPE331-10R-513C delivering 671 kW

Current operating countries

Country		Units
	Indonesia	35 (+3)
	Spain	11
	Zimbabwe	9
	Colombia	7
	Mexico	7
	Chile	5
	United States	5
	Uruguay	5
	Venezuela	5
	Argentina	3
	Botswana	3
	Dominican Republic	3
	Panama	3
	Paraguay	3
	South Africa	3
	Vietnam	3
	Angola	2
	Lesotho	2
	Philippines	2
	Thailand	2
	Ecuador	1
	Senegal	0 (+2)